Collective grief is when a community experiences a significant loss together, regardless of any connection they may have to the victims. This type of grief usually occurs with events such…
The Role of Family Dynamics in the Grieving Process
Explore How Different Family Structures and Relationships Influence the Way Individuals Grieve Have you ever thought about how we, as individuals, grieve? You’ll notice that no two people grieve the…
Guiding Kids Through Loss: Effective Ways to Support Grieving Children
Most children are aware of the concepts of death and loss. They have seen it in cartoons and movies and read about it in storybooks. Nevertheless, the death of someone…
When Grief Becomes Overwhelming: Identifying and Treating Complicated Grief
Sandra felt life couldn’t get better. She and her husband were planning their retirement, and the future was looking great until the phone call that shattered her world. Sandra’s husband,…
Why it is Essential to Keep Memories of Those We’ve Lost Alive
In the early stages of 2020, as the pandemic ravaged the world faster than we could understand, I discovered that a childhood friend’s mom tragically lost her battle with COVID….
When Kids Grieve: Compassionate Ways to Help Children Cope
The grieving process is complicated for all of us. It can be especially challenging for children to navigate. A multitude of factors can play into your child’s grieving process such…
It Is Okay To Grieve Stuff
Why Our Things Mean So Much and Why It’s So Hard to Let Them Go Most people own many different possessions, and sooner or later, they need to be replaced…
Coping With the Anger Stage: Strategies for Managing Intense Emotions
Anger is a powerful emotion. It can feel overwhelmingly intense, particularly while we’re grieving. Many try to avoid anger – by pushing it down or ignoring its existence. Anger, as…
The Complicated Reality of Grieving Your Abuser
Contrary to popular belief, grieving your abuser’s death is not always cause for celebration. The reality of grieving your abuser is a complex array of emotions that can leave you feeling estranged from loved ones.
The Ripple Effect: How the Loss of a Friend Affects Our Relationships and Daily Lives
Friendship is one of the biggest positive aspects of life as a human being. It can bring great joy, love and closeness with others when we connect to another person…
